Cedar Lake

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What kind of fish can you catch in Cedar Lake?

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Are there boat launches on Cedar Lake?

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What are the fishing regulations for Cedar Lake?

There are specific fishing regulations Cedar Lake that you need to know. For complete fishing regulations visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. To report a violation call (800) 652-9093. Need a Minnesota fishing license?

What aquatic invasive species are found in Cedar Lake?

In this assessment, six standard lake survey trap nets were used to evaluate the Northern Pike regulation which was modified in 2018 to a 26 inch maximum, three fish bag limit due to an increasing abundance of small pike and an apparent decrease in large pike. The 2023 ice-out resulted in a low catch that appeared to indicate a continuation of the reduced size structure of Northern Pike first observed in 2015. The low sample size obtained in 2023 suggests caution with regard to its accuracy in representing the pike population. It is unlikely the low catch is the product of a reduced pike density. Mean length, mean weight, maximum length, %>24 inches, and %>30 inches were all well below historical levels resulting in record lows for ice-out assessments. No Pike exceeding 30 inches have been observed since 2015. The reasons for the decline in pike size structure characteristics are not well understood, though the past protection of nearly all pike in the lake under the 40 inch minimum appears to have resulted in an increased abundance of small pike. The modification of pike regulations in 2018 to a 26 inch maximum length was designed to protect larger fish while facilitating harvest of smaller pike. Ice-out assessments will be conducted every four years to evaluate changes in pike size structure and progress towards management goals.

Five Walleye were captured in the 2023 ice-out assessment ranging in length from 18.1 to 23.4 inches. Mean weight was fairly large at 2.94 pounds which has been typical for these early spring efforts. Gill nets in 2021 captured 5.83 Walleyes per lift suggesting a favorable population level.

The Black Crappie sample consisted of 66 fish ranging in size from 4.2 to 14 inches. Mean length was 10.3 inches, however the most numerous size group was 11.5-11.99 inches. The larger catches in recent years and the continued presence of crappies in the 14 inch size range are encouraging. Future crappie evaluations may include targeted spring electrofishing. Largemouth Bass and Bluegill were also measured in 2023 with the bass sample comprised of eight fish from 9.5 to 18.1 inches in length. A total of 38 Bluegill were measured which ranged in length from 3.4 to 7.9 inches.

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Are there any state parks near Cedar Lake?